I just looked at the Gitzo 0541 and it seems to be a decent alternative to the GT1542T. It's slightly cheaper, but have similar specs. Is there a reason why anyone shouldn't give the 0541 serious consideration?

Does anyone here know whether there is any difference in diameter of the tubing between these two tripods? If so, is it significant?

Right now, I'm exclusively using m4/3 cameras. I don't think the weight load will be an issue with either the 0541 or the GT1542T.

I forgot to mention that I'm 173cm tall and that I do have experience with the GT1541T.

There is a difference in the leg tube size. If I remember right the difference (diameter) between series 0 and series 1, is 4 or 5 mm. The series 1 will be stronger/more stable as the load capacity also say. Both tripods are very short

Lars Johnsson wrote:
There is a difference in the leg tube size. If I remember right the difference (diameter) between series 0 and series 1, is 4 or 5 mm. The series 1 will be stronger/more stable as the load capacity also say. Both tripods are very short

I know both tripods are very short. I was at B&H in New York earlier this summer, but I forgot to test out the 0541. I use to have the GT1541T and I thought the height was tolerable even though it was a bit on the short side.

I'm aiming to use the tripod primarily for my m4/3 setup. Which one do you think will be more appropriate? I know you're using a GT1541. Would you say that's a better investment?

Thanks for the link. I just want to make sure I understand this properly, but the diagram to the right shows the approximate size of the tubing for each of the Gitzo series? If so, what's the 00 series? I thought there was only 0, 1, 2, and etc. I've never heard of 00 before.

I chose a Gitzo 0451 over the much more popular 1-series sibling for one reason: size and weight. It is small enough that I can carry it almost anywhere in my Billingham bag rather than carry it as a separate item, as I would the 1542.
But it is also clear to me that the larger tripod is significantly more stable. Whenever I can, I avoid deplying the bottom section, which is really not that stable. Don't even think of getting sharp pictures from 30- second exposures of you tele-mounted DSLR with this tripod in windy weather.
That said, if you prioritize size and weight over stability, as I do for my smaller tripod, the 0451 is highly recommended.

philber wrote:
I chose a Gitzo 0451 over the much more popular 1-series sibling for one reason: size and weight. It is small enough that I can carry it almost anywhere in my Billingham bag rather than carry it as a separate item, as I would the 1542.
But it is also clear to me that the larger tripod is significantly more stable. Whenever I can, I avoid deplying the bottom section, which is really not that stable. Don't even think of getting sharp pictures from 30- second exposures of you tele-mounted DSLR with this tripod in windy weather.
That said, if you prioritize size and weight over stability, as I do for my smaller tripod, the 0451 is highly recommended....Show more →

Actually you should choose the 1 series then The 1542T is 5,5 cm shorter when you close them. And a lot more easy to have in your bag

You are correct, Lars, it is shorter. But, in my case, it is diametre which matters most not length. Due to its stouter legs, the 1542T is thicker, and just enough to make it impossible for me to close my Billingham bag over it, whereas I can just manage it with the thinner 0541. Which is also slightly more than 20% lighter, which is nice on very long trips.
But hey!, who said that there was anything like a universal tripod?

Instead of looking for the absolute smallest/lightest, look for the largest/sturdiest tripod you can easily fit in your travel kit. The extra stability will make up for the minimal weight difference. When I'm using a travel tripod, I always bring an angle-finder, too, as I prefer using the viewfinder rather than the LCD.